Top Sicily Shore Excursions - page 37

We will take you along an unusual itinerary, outside the traditional tourist routes, to discover places and landscapes unknown to most. First the discovery of the delightful medieval center of Enna and its marvelous views over the surrounding hills that can be enjoyed from the top of its 900 meters. A dive into history and archaeology will follow at the archaeological park of Morgantina and its archaeological museum. To finish with the discovery of Caltagirone, whose baroque influences do not end with the many decorations that enrich churches and buildings in the historic center, but also in the decorations of the much-known and sought-after local ceramics, of which you will learn about the techniques and secrets of processing at a local laboratory.

Visit three of Sicily's prettiest spots with this private tour. You'll spend time in the historic village of Buscemi and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Palazzolo Acreide, followed by a trip to the beautiful seaside village of Marzamemi where you can taste local fare. Hotel pickup and private transportation are included for a seamless experience.

Using a private transfer from Taormina to Agrigento means avoiding the hassle of hiring a local taxi or hopping on public transport. Enjoy the comfort of a luxury vehicle, and choose to stop off at a destination of your choice along the way if you wish, to make the most of your journey at a viewpoint or tourist attraction.

Enjoy a hassle-free onward journey from Catania to Noto in a pre-booked, professionally-driven car. Enjoy the comfort of an executive, high quality vehicle and let your driver handle the traffic and the roads—all you need to do is sit back and relax. Choose a peaceful ride, or ask your driver for local recommendations, such as top restaurants, bars and places to visit.

Get where you need to go without worrying about logistics when you book this private transfer service from Catania. Your driver picks you up from your accommodation located anywhere within Catania and gets you settled in your vehicle. Then, sit back and relax as you are transported to your destination of choice in Ragusa or Modica. This service is also available in the reverse.

Avoid the hassle of renting and driving a car and book a private transfer service to get you between Catania and Cefalu. Your driver picks you up at your chosen location in Catania or Cefalu and drops you off at your destination. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the passing scenery.

Private transfer from Catania to Agrigento (or viceversa). Relax and enjoy the journey thanks to the comfort of our vehicles and the expert and safe driving of our professional drivers.

Discover Sicilian pastries and desserts and learn how to make them on this Italian excursion. After stopping at a historical bakery, start your cooking lesson and learn how to make sweets such as cassatelle (Sicilian sweet dough) and cannoli. The class includes a traditional lunch and wine tasting. Following that, travel to a tuna plant to watch the various processing stages.

Visit Europe’s highest volcano, Mount Etna, and Taormina on this private excursion. Despite being the world’s most active volcano, many reside on the slopes of Mount Etna, producing gourmet products such as honey and wine using the fertile volcanic soil. Enjoy tastings and lunch on the volcano and then head to the hilltop town of Taormina for a guided tour of its landmarks, including the ancient Greek theater.

Experience Palermo’s aristocratic and culinary cultures with this private palace tour and cooking class with a Sicilian duchess. Meet your host for a market visit followed by a cooking class in her 18th-century seaside palazzo. Feast on the Sicilian dishes you’ve prepared together over lunch in the elegant dining room, then visit two of Palermo’s most spectacular private palaces, Palazzo Mirto and Palazzo Abatellis.

The kayak tour allows you to observe and visit places on the Sicilian coast that cannot be reached otherwise (eg small canals). The spectacle of sipping a cold drink lulled by the sea is an unforgettable experience. Our tour is professionalizing, you will have all the tools to learn everything you need to know about kayaking.

Immerge yoursfel in "The Godfather" atmosphere! The tour begins with pick up at the hotel and a transfer to Savoca. As arrived in Savoca, awarded as one of the most beautiful village of Italy, its tiny redroof houses and the narrow streets made of cobblestones will make you feel like you have just been throwback to the past. This is the place where Francis Ford Coppola and Al Pacino gave birth to some of the most important scenes of the movie “The Godfather”. We will visit the “Bar Vitelli”, the cafè where Micheal ask for Apollonia’s hand to her father. The cafè is preserved as it was and collects some mementos of the Corleone Family and pictures of the movie scenes. Right after the visit of the village and the church of Santa Lucia, where Micheal and Apollonia got married, we will move over Forza d’Agrò, a little medieval village with a nice view on the coast, where other scenes were filmed. The last stop would be Castelmola, a little village not far from the famous Taormina.

Etna Tour Sunset is our half-day itinerary to discover the volcano, which combines a visit to ancient craters at an altitude of 2000 meters and a light trek through a path immersed in volcanic landscapes. First stop to discover the Silvestri Craters created by the eruption of 1892 on the south side of the volcano, the route continues with a trek lasting about 2 hours along a path characterized by ancient flows and breathtaking landscapes. Last stop visit of a lava flow cave with torches and helmets. The tour will end with a soft lunch in an equipped area where you can admire the castings of 1985 and 2002, we will wait for the sun to set in a unique place surrounded by nature giving you a half hour of pleasure but also relaxation before returning to the hotel.

Discover the contrasts of eastern Sicily on a private shore tour from Catania with a licensed English-speaking guide. Travel to Rifugio Sapienza, set at about 2,000 metres on Mount Etna, and explore the dramatic volcanic landscape, old craters and lava fields. Continue to Isola Bella, a protected coastal reserve linked to the shore by a narrow strip of sand, with free time to enjoy the bay or swim when conditions allow. End in Taormina, where you can walk along Corso Umberto, visit the cathedral and see the Ancient Theatre at your own expense. The schedule is planned around your ship, with direct cruise-port pickup and return when port access and docking times permit.

Discover eastern Sicily on a private 7-hour shore tour with an English-speaking licensed guide. Travel from Catania cruise port to medieval Savoca and see the streets, church, and village settings connected with The Godfather. Continue to the Isola Bella Nature Reserve, where you can enjoy coastal views, take photos, and swim when weather and sea conditions allow. End with free time and a guided walk through Taormina’s historic centre, including elegant Corso Umberto and its lively squares.

Experience Mount Etna in the warm evening light on a private shore tour from Catania. Travel with a licensed English-speaking guide to Rifugio Sapienza, set about 2,000 metres above sea level. Walk through a dramatic volcanic landscape, see accessible extinct craters and recent lava fields, and learn how Etna’s eruptions have shaped the mountain and nearby communities. As sunset approaches, continue to a local winery for an aperitif featuring typical Sicilian products and a glass of wine. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and views before returning by private vehicle to Catania Cruise Port. The schedule may be adjusted to the ship’s times and seasonal sunset.